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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / October 23
Projecting the Los Angeles Lakers’ Five Best Defenders
A few days before the season opener, Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick talked about how the team has to instill habits for a championship defense. For years, the mantra has been “defense wins championships.” Well, last year, the Lakers had the 17th-best defense in the league.
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 23
Kendrick Perkins breaks down why JJ Redick is to blame for LA Lakers defeat to the Warriors
Kendrick Perkins was not happy with the coaching he saw from JJ Redick in the LA Lakers’ season opener against the Warriors. The Los Angeles Lakers were disappointing in their opening night fixture, losing to the Golden State Warriors in embarrassing fashion.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 23
Quartet of stars make NBA history to start new season
The 2025-26 NBA season is off to a rollicking start.
Lakers Around the Web
The 'Most 2,000-point NBA seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players with multiple 2,000-point season since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 23
Shaq rips Deandre Ayton for stinker of a Lakers debut
Ayton was underwhelming, to put it mildly, finishing with 10 points and six rebounds in 34 minutes of action.
The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
LeBron James News / Yardbarker / October 23
'Vibes' around LeBron James concerning for Lakers
James is supposed to be in his record-setting 23rd NBA season, but his body language and behavior hint at a semi-retired athlete.
Deandre Ayton News / EasySportz / October 23
Column: Deandre Ayton Is Pathetic on the Lakers
LOS ANGELES — Deandre Ayton is the NBA equivalent of a participation trophy. He’s big, he’s tall, and he’s got a college mixtape that makes you think, “Wow, this guy could be something.” But then you watch him play, and it’s like the mixtape was made by someone else.
Tracy McGrady: On Jay-Z Love, the Lost Magic Dynasty, and Why LeBron Is Unmatched
NBA Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady opens up about his journey, from being celebrated by his favorite rapper, Jay-Z, to the “what-ifs” that defined his career, including a potential Orlando Magic dynasty with Tim Duncan and Grant Hill.
Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / October 22
Charles Barkley Rips Into DeAndre Ayton After Disappointing Lakers Debut
The Lakers weren’t expecting a Shaquille O’Neal-style debut from DeAndre Ayton, but expectations for the new center were still high last night. Sadly, his numbers weren’t impressive, and to make things worse, the Lakers lost by 10 at home, making his void see more noticeable.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 22
Stephen A Smith Doesn't Hold Back True Feelings on Lakers' LeBron James
The feud between Lakers star forward LeBron James and ESPN media personality Stephen A. Smith reached new heights Monday after a recent interview with Smith aired on Carmelo Anthony's podcast 7PM in Brooklyn.
Gabe Vincent News / Silver Screen & Roll / October 22
Gabe Vincent believes opponents targeting him gives Lakers an advantage 
Not much went right for the Lakers in their opening night contest. They had a third quarter collapse, their new big man Deandre Ayton couldn’t find pick-and-roll chemistry with Luka Dončić and they easily lost 119-111 at home.
Deandre Ayton News / Athlon Sports / October 22
Shaquille O'Neal Sends Clear Message to Lakers' Deandre Ayton After Loss to Warriors
The Los Angeles Lakers tipped off their 2025-26 NBA season on Tuesday night at home against the Golden State Warriors. Los Angeles got out to a solid start as they trailed Golden State by only six points at the end of the first quarter and trailed by only one point at halftime.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 22
Lakers' Luka Doncic Falls Just Short of Kobe Bryant Record on Opening Night
Luka Doncic had an incredible game Tuesday against the Golden State Warriors, narrowly missing a record set by the legendary Kobe Bryant. Doncic scored 43 points in the Lakers' season opener, along with nine assists and 12 rebounds.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 22
JJ Redick Credits LeBron James For Speaking Up In Film Session
The Los Angeles Lakers began the 2025-26 season with a loss to the Golden State Warriors, which wasn’t a huge surprise considering LeBron James was not in the lineup on Opening Night for the first time in his career.
LeBron James News / Last Word On Sports / October 22
LeBron Looked Different on Opening Night, and Everyone Noticed
For the first time in his career, LeBron James was not playing on opening night. In his 23rd season, James had to miss the season opener due to sciatica issues.
Austin Reaves News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / October 22
Lakers Receive Major Update on Potential Austin Reaves Contract Extension
The progression of Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves going from undrafted free agent to star over a handful of years has been nothing short of sensational.
Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / October 22
Rui Hachimura: Lakers Still Trying To ‘Figure Out Our Rhythm’ After Lack Of Preseason Reps
Rui Hachimura has grown into an extremely important role player for the Los Angeles Lakers since being acquired back in 2022. In the Lakers’ season opener against the Golden State Warriors, the bruising forward was solid, if not unspectacular, as he finished with nine points, four rebounds and three assists in the 10-point loss.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 22
Deandre Ayton Still Working On Pick-And-Roll Chemistry With Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves
The addition of center Deandre Ayton was arguably the most important signing the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason. The Lakers were terribly thin up front and Ayton provides them with a big body who cleans the glass and projects as a good pick-and-roll partner for Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 22
Lakers’ Luka Doncic addresses possible injury after season-opening loss
Do the Lakers have another injury concern?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / October 22
Steve Nash Makes Bold Austin Reaves Prediction This Season
Hall of Famer Steve Nash believes Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is ready to reach a major career milestone in the 2025–26 season. In a short Q&A video posted by Bleacher Report’s official Instagram, Nash was asked which player he thinks will make their first All-Star appearance this year.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 22
Marcus Smart under fire for his dirty play on Steph Curry
Marcus Smart may have a new team, but he is still the same old Marcus Smart.
Dalton Knecht News / Hoops Wire / October 21
Lakers pick up 2026-27 option on Dalton Knecht
The Lakers are keeping Dalton Knecht in their long-term plans, picking up his $4.2 million team option for the 2026-27 season, per Keith Smith of Spotrac.
Maxi Kleber News / Hoops Rumors / October 21
Lakers big man out at least two weeks with oblique strain
Maxi Kleber won’t be available when the regular season gets underway.
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